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Wang Y, He J, Li M, Xu J, Yang H, Zhang Y. Abamectin at environmentally relevant concentrations impairs bone development in zebrafish larvae. Comp Biochem Physiol C Toxicol Pharmacol 2024; 287:110039. [PMID: 39265967 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpc.2024.110039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2024] [Revised: 08/30/2024] [Accepted: 09/08/2024] [Indexed: 09/14/2024]
Abstract
Abamectin (ABM) is a widely used pesticide in agriculture and veterinary medicine, which primarily acts by disrupting the neurological physiology of pests, leading to their paralysis and death. Its extensive application has resulted in contamination of many natural water bodies. While the adverse effects of ABM on the growth and development of non-target organisms are well documented, its impact on bone development remains inadequately studied. The present study aimed to investigate the effects of environmentally relevant concentrations of ABM (1, 5, 25 μg/L) on early bone development in zebrafish. Our results indicated that ABM significantly affected both cartilage and bone development of zebrafish larvae, accompanied by dose-dependent increase in deformity and mortality rates, as well as exacerbated apoptosis. ABM exposure led to deformities in the ceratobranchial (cb) and hyosymplectic (hs), accompanied by significant increases in the length of the palatoquadrate (pq). Furthermore, significant decreases in the CH-CH angle, Meckel's-Meckel's angle, and Meckel's-PQ angle were noted. Even at the safe concentration of 5 μg/L (1/10 of the 96 h LC50), ABM delayed the process of bone mineralization in zebrafish larvae. Real-time fluorescent quantitative PCR results demonstrated that ABM induced differential gene expression associated with cartilage and bone development in zebrafish. Thus, this study provides preliminary insights into the effects and molecular mechanisms underlying ABM's impact on the bone development of zebrafish larvae and offers new evidence for a better understanding of its toxicity.
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- Yuting Wang
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China
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- College of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China.
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Raman R, Antony M, Nivelle R, Lavergne A, Zappia J, Guerrero-Limón G, Caetano da Silva C, Kumari P, Sojan JM, Degueldre C, Bahri MA, Ostertag A, Collet C, Cohen-Solal M, Plenevaux A, Henrotin Y, Renn J, Muller M. The Osteoblast Transcriptome in Developing Zebrafish Reveals Key Roles for Extracellular Matrix Proteins Col10a1a and Fbln1 in Skeletal Development and Homeostasis. Biomolecules 2024; 14:139. [PMID: 38397376 PMCID: PMC10886564 DOI: 10.3390/biom14020139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2023] [Revised: 01/05/2024] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
Abstract
Zebrafish are now widely used to study skeletal development and bone-related diseases. To that end, understanding osteoblast differentiation and function, the expression of essential transcription factors, signaling molecules, and extracellular matrix proteins is crucial. We isolated Sp7-expressing osteoblasts from 4-day-old larvae using a fluorescent reporter. We identified two distinct subpopulations and characterized their specific transcriptome as well as their structural, regulatory, and signaling profile. Based on their differential expression in these subpopulations, we generated mutants for the extracellular matrix protein genes col10a1a and fbln1 to study their functions. The col10a1a-/- mutant larvae display reduced chondrocranium size and decreased bone mineralization, while in adults a reduced vertebral thickness and tissue mineral density, and fusion of the caudal fin vertebrae were observed. In contrast, fbln1-/- mutants showed an increased mineralization of cranial elements and a reduced ceratohyal angle in larvae, while in adults a significantly increased vertebral centra thickness, length, volume, surface area, and tissue mineral density was observed. In addition, absence of the opercle specifically on the right side was observed. Transcriptomic analysis reveals up-regulation of genes involved in collagen biosynthesis and down-regulation of Fgf8 signaling in fbln1-/- mutants. Taken together, our results highlight the importance of bone extracellular matrix protein genes col10a1a and fbln1 in skeletal development and homeostasis.
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- Ratish Raman
- Laboratory for Organogenesis and Regeneration (LOR), GIGA Institute, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (R.R.); (M.A.); (R.N.); (G.G.-L.); (J.R.)
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- Laboratory for Organogenesis and Regeneration (LOR), GIGA Institute, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (R.R.); (M.A.); (R.N.); (G.G.-L.); (J.R.)
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- Laboratory for Organogenesis and Regeneration (LOR), GIGA Institute, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (R.R.); (M.A.); (R.N.); (G.G.-L.); (J.R.)
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- GIGA Genomics Platform, B34, GIGA Institute, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium;
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- MusculoSKeletal Innovative Research Lab, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Medicines, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium (Y.H.)
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- Laboratory for Organogenesis and Regeneration (LOR), GIGA Institute, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (R.R.); (M.A.); (R.N.); (G.G.-L.); (J.R.)
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- Hospital Lariboisière, Reference Centre for Rare Bone Diseases, INSERM U1132, Université de Paris-Cité, F-75010 Paris, France; (C.C.d.S.); (A.O.); (C.C.); (M.C.-S.)
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical and Analytical Chemistry, Department of Pharmacy, CIRM, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium;
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- Department of Life and Environmental Sciences, Università Politecnica delle Marche, Via Brecce Bianche, 60131 Ancona, Italy;
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- GIGA CRC In Vivo Imaging, University of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (C.D.); (M.A.B.); (A.P.)
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- GIGA CRC In Vivo Imaging, University of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (C.D.); (M.A.B.); (A.P.)
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- Hospital Lariboisière, Reference Centre for Rare Bone Diseases, INSERM U1132, Université de Paris-Cité, F-75010 Paris, France; (C.C.d.S.); (A.O.); (C.C.); (M.C.-S.)
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- Hospital Lariboisière, Reference Centre for Rare Bone Diseases, INSERM U1132, Université de Paris-Cité, F-75010 Paris, France; (C.C.d.S.); (A.O.); (C.C.); (M.C.-S.)
- UF de Génétique Moléculaire, Hôpital Robert Debré, APHP, F-75019 Paris, France
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- Hospital Lariboisière, Reference Centre for Rare Bone Diseases, INSERM U1132, Université de Paris-Cité, F-75010 Paris, France; (C.C.d.S.); (A.O.); (C.C.); (M.C.-S.)
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- GIGA CRC In Vivo Imaging, University of Liège, Sart Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (C.D.); (M.A.B.); (A.P.)
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- MusculoSKeletal Innovative Research Lab, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Medicines, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium (Y.H.)
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- Laboratory for Organogenesis and Regeneration (LOR), GIGA Institute, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (R.R.); (M.A.); (R.N.); (G.G.-L.); (J.R.)
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- Laboratory for Organogenesis and Regeneration (LOR), GIGA Institute, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (R.R.); (M.A.); (R.N.); (G.G.-L.); (J.R.)
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Odrzywolski A, Tüysüz B, Debeer P, Souche E, Voet A, Dimitrov B, Krzesińska P, Vermeesch JR, Tylzanowski P. Gollop-Wolfgang Complex Is Associated with a Monoallelic Variation in WNT11. Genes (Basel) 2024; 15:129. [PMID: 38275609 PMCID: PMC10815061 DOI: 10.3390/genes15010129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2023] [Revised: 01/16/2024] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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Gollop-Wolfgang complex (GWC) is a rare congenital limb anomaly characterized by tibial aplasia with femur bifurcation, ipsilateral bifurcation of the thigh bone, and split hand and monodactyly of the feet, resulting in severe and complex limb deformities. The genetic basis of GWC, however, has remained elusive. We studied a three-generation family with four GWC-affected family members. An analysis of whole-genome sequencing results using a custom pipeline identified the WNT11 c.1015G>A missense variant associated with the phenotype. In silico modelling and an in vitro reporter assay further supported the link between the variant and GWC. This finding further contributes to mapping the genetic heterogeneity underlying split hand/foot malformations in general and in GWC specifically.
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- Adrian Odrzywolski
- Laboratory for Cytogenetics and Genome Research, Department of Human Genetics, KU Leuven, B-3000 Leuven, Belgium
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Pediatric Genetics, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, 34098 Istanbul, Turkey
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- Locomotor and Neurological Disorders, Department of Development and Regeneration, KU Leuven, B-3000 Leuven, Belgium
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- Laboratory for Cytogenetics and Genome Research, Department of Human Genetics, KU Leuven, B-3000 Leuven, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Biomolecular Modelling and Design, Department of Chemistry, KU Leuven, 3001 Heverlee, Belgium
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- Clinical Sciences, Research Group Reproduction and Genetics, Centre for Medical Genetics, Centre for Medical Genetics, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZ Brussel), Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), 1090 Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Molecular Genetics, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Laboratory for Cytogenetics and Genome Research, Department of Human Genetics, KU Leuven, B-3000 Leuven, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Molecular Genetics, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
- Skeletal Biology and Engineering Research Center, Department of Development and Regeneration, KU Leuven, B-3000 Leuven, Belgium
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Kumar N, Marée R, Geurts P, Muller M. Recent Advances in Bioimage Analysis Methods for Detecting Skeletal Deformities in Biomedical and Aquaculture Fish Species. Biomolecules 2023; 13:1797. [PMID: 38136667 PMCID: PMC10742266 DOI: 10.3390/biom13121797] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 12/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Detecting skeletal or bone-related deformities in model and aquaculture fish is vital for numerous biomedical studies. In biomedical research, model fish with bone-related disorders are potential indicators of various chemically induced toxins in their environment or poor dietary conditions. In aquaculture, skeletal deformities are affecting fish health, and economic losses are incurred by fish farmers. This survey paper focuses on showcasing the cutting-edge image analysis tools and techniques based on artificial intelligence that are currently applied in the analysis of bone-related deformities in aquaculture and model fish. These methods and tools play a significant role in improving research by automating various aspects of the analysis. This paper also sheds light on some of the hurdles faced when dealing with high-content bioimages and explores potential solutions to overcome these challenges.
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- Navdeep Kumar
- Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, Montefiore Institute, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (R.M.); (P.G.)
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- Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, Montefiore Institute, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (R.M.); (P.G.)
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- Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, Montefiore Institute, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (R.M.); (P.G.)
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- Laboratory for Organogenesis and Regeneration (LOR), GIGA Institute, University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium;
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Du Y, Liu G, Liu Z, Mo J, Zheng M, Wei Q, Xu Y. Avermectin reduces bone mineralization via the TGF-β signaling pathway in zebrafish. Comp Biochem Physiol C Toxicol Pharmacol 2023; 272:109702. [PMID: 37487806 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpc.2023.109702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2023] [Revised: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/19/2023] [Indexed: 07/26/2023]
Abstract
Avermectin, a widely used insecticide, is primarily effective against animal parasites and insects. Given its extensive application in agriculture, a large amount of avermectin accumulates in natural water bodies. Studies have shown that avermectin has significant toxic effects on various organisms and on the nervous system, spine, and several other organs in humans. However, the effects of avermectin on bone development have not been reported yet. In this study, zebrafish embryos were treated with different concentrations of avermectin to explore the effects of avermectin on early bone development. The results showed that avermectin disturbed early bone development in zebrafish, caused abnormal craniofacial chondrogenesis, and reduced bone mineralization. Avermectin treatment significantly reduced mineralization in zebrafish scales and increased osteoclast activity. Real-time quantitative PCR results showed that avermectin decreased the expression of genes related to osteogenesis and transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β) and bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) signaling pathways. The TGF-β inhibitor SB431542 rescued avermectin-induced bone mineralization and osteogenesis related gene expression in zebrafish during early development. Thus, this study provides insight into the mechanism of damage caused by avermectin on bone development, thus helping demonstrate its toxicity.
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- Yongwei Du
- Soochow University, Department Orthopedics, Affiliated Hospital 2, Suzhou 320505, China; Gannan Medical University, Department Orthopedics, Affiliated Hospital 1, Ganzhou 341000, China; Soochow University, Department Orthopedics, Suzhou 320505, China
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- Suzhou Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Suzhou 320505, China
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- Gannan Medical University, Department Orthopedics, Affiliated Hospital 1, Ganzhou 341000, China
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- Gannan Medical University, Department Orthopedics, Affiliated Hospital 1, Ganzhou 341000, China
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- Osteoporosis Clinical Center of Second Affiliated Hospital, Soochow University, Suzhou 320505, China
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- Osteoporosis Clinical Center of Second Affiliated Hospital, Soochow University, Suzhou 320505, China
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- Soochow University, Department Orthopedics, Affiliated Hospital 2, Suzhou 320505, China; Soochow University, Department Orthopedics, Suzhou 320505, China.
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